New Dell monitors have a dedicated Microsoft Teams button

Dell is launching three new monitors next month, and all have a dedicated Microsoft Teams button. Dell claims to have created the “world’s first video conferencing monitors certified for Microsoft Teams,” after Microsoft began certifying displays, webcams and headsets last year. Three monitors will be available next month, all offering quick access to Microsoft Teams.

The button will allow Microsoft Teams users to quickly launch the app to make and receive video calls. Hands-free controls will also be supported via Cortana and the built-in microphone.

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This is the first time we’ve seen a Microsoft Teams button on a monitor, but headset makers were quick to add buttons that support Microsoft’s communications app. New and existing headsets were integrated more deeply with Teams last year, just as app usage skyrocketed at the start of the pandemic.

The Teams button is the main surprise with these displays, but Dell’s trio of video conferencing monitors also have useful specs designed for an era when remote working and video calling are essential. Each includes a 5-megapixel infrared pop-up camera, which supports facial recognition with Windows Hello. Dell also offers a noise-canceling microphone and two built-in 5-watt speakers. There’s even a built-in mode to reduce blue light emissions.

Dell is launching a 24-inch (FHD) version for $ 519.99, a 27-inch (QHD) model for $ 719.99, and a curved 34-inch (WQHD) variant for $ 1,149.99. All three will launch on February 16.